{"product_id":"ddc-duane-dwyer-custom-pd1-tanto-recurve-crater-titanium-heat-kevlar-finish","title":"DDC Duane Dwyer Custom – BBN-M - PD1 Tanto Recurve – Crater Titanium – Heat Kevlar Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDDC Duane Dwyer Custom BBN-M  – PD1 Tanto Recurve – Crater Titanium – Heat Kevlar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuane Dwyer Custom (DDC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e folding knife combines aggressive blade geometry, distinctive titanium machining, and a striking heat-treated appearance. Featuring a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePD1 tanto recurve blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, crater-pattern titanium handles, and a dramatic Heat Kevlar finish, this custom configuration showcases the unmistakable style associated with Duane Dwyer’s knife designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is crafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrucible PD1 tool steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, recognized for its excellent wear resistance, toughness, and edge-holding capabilities. Its aggressive tanto recurve profile combines a reinforced angular tip with a sweeping recurve cutting edge. The blade features a remarkable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat Kevlar finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, displaying a distinctive combination of gold, bronze, and purple tones that create a dramatic, flame-like appearance across the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe full titanium handle features an intricate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrater milling pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining recessed circular pockets with detailed textured machining. The sculpted pattern creates a distinctive industrial appearance, while the warm bronze and gold coloration complements the blade’s heat-treated finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth the presentation side and titanium frame-lock side feature the crater-pattern treatment, creating a cohesive appearance throughout the knife. The titanium construction is complemented by contrasting hardware, a dark-finished pocket clip, and Strider-style ergonomic contours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional details include an oval thumb hole, pronounced spine jimping, and an open-back handle construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its striking PD1 tanto recurve blade, intricate crater-pattern titanium machining, and distinctive Heat Kevlar coloration, this DDC is an impressive example of Duane Dwyer’s custom knife craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Duane Dwyer Custom (DDC)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crucible PD1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tanto Recurve\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heat Kevlar\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Titanium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle Pattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crater-Style Milling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bronze \/ Gold with Heat-Colored Accents\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLock Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Titanium Frame Lock\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Contrasting Dark-Finished Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePocket Clip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark-Finished Titanium-Style Clip\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOpening Method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oval Thumb Hole\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Open Back\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e USA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA standout DDC custom combining premium PD1 steel, aggressive tanto recurve geometry, and distinctive crater-pattern titanium construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable at Knives \u0026amp; Gear USA — Gear Up • Edge On.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KnivesandGearUSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68406215573725,"sku":null,"price":1775.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1133\/0269\/files\/Duane_Dwyer_Custom_DDC_PD1_tanto_recurve_blade_with_bronze_crater-pattern_titanium_presentation_handle_and_heat-colored_finish.jpg?v=1793676516","url":"https:\/\/knivesandgearusa.com\/products\/ddc-duane-dwyer-custom-pd1-tanto-recurve-crater-titanium-heat-kevlar-finish","provider":"KnivesandGearUSA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}